Director of Tax, PagerDuty

• 12+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required
• Deep in-depth knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements for federal, state, and international (including corporate tax, VAT/GST, and transfer pricing)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex tax concepts to non-tax stakeholders
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking capabilities
• Proven experience managing tax audits and controversies
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
• We encourage you to submit your resume even if you don't meet every requirement

Desirable

• PagerDuty is creating a new Director of Tax role, reporting to our CAO (Chief Accounting Officer) based in San Francisco
• This hands-on role will be instrumental in developing PagerDuty's overarching tax strategies and creating necessary processes/systems, covering tax planning, reporting, audits, and compliance
• Feel free to apply and explore this opportunity further If you have a desire to lead tax from all aspects in a global environment!
• Be a strategic leader responsible for designing and executing global tax strategies that align with overall business objectives and financial goals
• Monitor and analyze changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the organization
• Identify and implement opportunities for tax optimization and savings
• Manage and ensure the accuracy of the tax provision and related disclosures in the company’s financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., ASC 740)
• Oversee tax compliance and reporting, including income tax, sales and use tax, VAT and other non-income tax matters (e.g., e-invoicing)
• Lead global transfer pricing strategy and documentation to ensure compliance across all jurisdictions
• Develop and execute strategies to effectively resolve tax controversies and disputes
• Provide strategic tax guidance on mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other departments to ensure tax considerations are integrated into business planning
• Establish and maintain internal controls to mitigate tax risks and ensure adherence to all regulations
• Effectively communicate complex tax issues and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee
• Drive automation and process improvements within the tax function
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing tax team
• Manage relationships with and the scope of work for external tax advisors, auditors, and legal counsel